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Paradise Park is a private irrigation dam located in Uintah, Utah, along the Paradise Creek. Constructed in 1924 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a hydraulic height of 37 feet and a structural height of 42 feet, with a length of 1500 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 4060 acre-feet and serves the primary purpose of irrigation.
Managed by the Utah Division of Water Rights, Paradise Park is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced to ensure its safety and efficiency. With a high hazard potential and fair condition assessment, the dam is regularly monitored and inspected, with the last inspection conducted in June 2020. Despite its age, Paradise Park continues to play a crucial role in water resource management in the region, providing essential irrigation water for agricultural purposes.
As a vital part of the water infrastructure in the area, Paradise Park serves as a key resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates. With its historical significance and ongoing maintenance efforts, this dam showcases the importance of sustainable water management practices in ensuring the resilience of water resources in the face of changing climate conditions. Whether for irrigation or environmental conservation, Paradise Park stands as a symbol of the intersection between water resource management and climate adaptation.
Year_Completed | 1924 |
River_Or_Stream | PARADISE CREEK |
Dam_Length | 1500 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Hydraulic_Height | 37 |
Drainage_Area | 3.4 |
Nid_Storage | 4060 |
Structural_Height | 42 |
Hazard_Potential | High |
Nid_Height | 42 |
GREEN RIVER NEAR JENSEN | 6340cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER AT MYTON | 108cfs |
STRAWBERRY RIVER NEAR DUCHESNE | 147cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER NEAR RANDLETT | 111cfs |
UINTA RIVER AT RANDLETT | 12cfs |
DUCHESNE R AB UINTA R NEAR RANDLETT | 103cfs |
DUCHESNE RIVER NEAR TABIONA | 171cfs |